Hooked vocab

Question 1

Groundbreaking

Answer 1

a very new and a big change from other things of its type

Question 2

unfettered

Answer 2

released from physical or mental bonds; unrestrained

Question 3

Double Down

Answer 3

to increase one’s efforts or hold to a position or opinion, especially when vulnerable or taking a risk:

Question 4

Bode

Answer 4

to portend

Question 5

Psychotherapist

Answer 5

the treatment of psychological disorders or maladjustments by a professional technique, as psychoanalysis, group therapy, or behavioral therapy.

Question 6

Enlightening

Answer 6

informative, instructive, or eye-opening

Question 7

Grounded

Answer 7

sensible and down-to-earth

Question 8

luddite

Answer 8

someone who is opposed or resistant to new technologies or technological change.

Question 9

avert

Answer 9

to turn away or aside

Question 10

ergonomic

Answer 10

designed to minimize physical effort and discomfort, and hence maximize efficiency

Question 11

moderation

Answer 11

the quality of being moderate; restraint; avoidance of extremes or excesses; temperance.

Question 12

picturesque

Answer 12

visually charming or quaint, as if resembling or suitable for a painting

Question 13

commune

Answer 13

interchange of ideas or sentiments.

Question 14

Sedentary

Answer 14

accustomed to sit or rest a great deal or to take little exercise.

Question 15

condone

Answer 15

to disregard or overlook